Two killed by early morning gunfire in Charlotte commercial strip, CMPD says

Two people were killed early Sunday by shots fired in a west Charlotte commercial strip, according to Charlotte-Mecklenburg police.

It happened just before 4 a.m. in the 4900 block of Rozzelles Ferry Road, which is a block southwest of Brookshire Boulevard.

“Officers discovered two (males) with life-threatening injuries who had sustained apparent gunshot wounds. MEDIC pronounced one victim deceased on scene,” CMPD said.

“One victim was transported to a local hospital where they were pronounced deceased.”

Identities of the two males and details of a motive have not been released.

Anyone with information is asked to call the CMPD Homicide Unit at 704-432-8477 (TIPS). Tips can also be provided through Charlotte Crime Stoppers at 704-334-1600.

This story was originally published May 10, 2026 at 7:25 AM.